EMachines 8513036R User Manual

Starter Guidefor your eMachines computerLook inside for helpful hints on:• UsingWindows• Usingmultimedia• Protectingyourcomputer• Restoringyo

10surfing the ’netTo learn more about the Internet, see “Using the Internet” in your online user guide.Explore the World Wide Web with an Internet conn

11welcome to e-mail!Staying in touch with family and friends is easy with e-mail and is usually free with your Internet account. To send e-mail, conne

12for your listening and viewing pleasure...Enjoy listening to favorite music CDs or watching DVDs with software already installed on your new eMachin

13rip, burn, playCreate a custom music CD with MP3s you rip yourself, or create a video DVD of home movies or special videos. If your computer came wi

14Your eMachines computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to-date. Use these tools regula

15securing the perimeterWindows Vista provides built-in security features designed to protect you, your family, and your computers. To view or change

16up-to-date securityWindows UpdateIf a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority

17virus-free with Norton 360Norton 360Norton 360 helps protect your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. To run Norton 360, click (

18secure with Big FixFor more information on safety, see “Protecting Your Computer” in your online user guide.BigFixYour computer may include BigFix.

19improving performanceKeep your computer in top running condition with regular maintenance. Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance,

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20backing up a bit - restoring your computerIn the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center

21 prepare to recoverWhen you first get your computer, it is a good idea to make a backup of the software that came with your system. Before you create

22 reinstalling the operating systemIf you can run Windows...1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. eM

23 If you cannot run Windows...1 Restart your computer, then press the ALT+F10 keys during startup.2 Follow the on-screen instructions to finish.IMPO

8513036R

ContentsGettingstartedwithWindows...4WindowsWelcomeCenter...

4After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you’ll see on your screen is the Windows desktop. The desktop includes

5 The Start menu is the command center of your computer. Whether you want to start a program, find a file, change settings, or even shut down your syste

6Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder. From there, you can see everything on your computer. To get there, click (Start), then c

7 welcome to the Welcome Center!The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer, as well as links to spe

8 If you need a little extra help with something on your computer, eMachines offers several options designed to meet your needs: • eMachines Web suppo

9 • User guide—For detailed information on using your eMachines computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. To access the onlin